One of the things I love about fall is that we get some really great, sweet, crisp apples! A new book about Johnny Appleseed recently arrived with my review copies and then I saw a reminder that his birthday is coming up (September 26). Jane Yolen’s new book uses a call and response format to compare the facts about John Chapman’s life with the legends of Johnny Appleseed. Jim Burke’s illustrations are colorful and have the feel of old country antiques. While there are a couple of other wonderful books about Johnny Appleseed, this new one is great for sharing as you plan fall programs!
Johnny Appleseed by Jane Yolen. Illustrations by Jim Burke. Harper, 2008. $16.99 (978-0-06-059135-9)
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Brett
Johnny Appleseed Festival in Fort Wayne is this weekend, 18th and 19th. Take a look at this site pertaining to it for pictures and video: http://www.squidoo.com/the-johnny-appleseed-festival-fort-wayne-indiana